NEW BRAND SPOTLIGHT: BRIDLE & HEARTH While many might choose to slow down after decades of success, Rakesh and Dolly Agarwal are embracing a new challenge. The visionary founders of Rug & Home, a leading home furnishings brand, are launching Bridle & Hearth. This sophisticated new brand blends the elegance of equestrian living with modern luxury. Rather than settling into retirement, the Agarwals are channeling their passion for design and craftsmanship into this next chapter, proving that creativity knows no age. For the Agarwals, horses have always been an integral part of their lives. Growing up in rural India during the 1960s and 70s, they were captivated by stories of Maharajas and their magnificent, colorfully adorned horses—symbols of
strength, grace, and prestige. Beyond their storied past, horses also played a crucial role in daily life, serving as the primary mode of transportation for people, goods, and services in rural communities. Decades later, after moving to the U.S. and building Rug & Home into a household name, the couple found themselves living near the renowned Tryon International Equestrian Center. Their proximity to this world-class hub of equestrian sport reignited their admiration for equestrian culture and sparked the realization that, while equestrian style is highly revered in fashion and sport, it has largely been overlooked in the realm of home décor. Bridle & Hearth is their answer to this gap—a meticulously curated collection of artisancrafted rugs, throws, pillows, and furnishings